**Youth With A Mission - Tasmania Inc** (YWAM Tasmania) is a Christian nonprofit organisation and an official location of Youth With A Mission (YWAM), operating in Sorell, Tasmania. Registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC), it holds ABN 13315121009 and focuses on discipleship training, community outreach, and global mission work[1][3][5].

### Overview  
YWAM Tasmania provides structured programs emphasizing spiritual development through experiential learning. Its activities are rooted in the global YWAM model, which integrates cross-cultural training, evangelism, and humanitarian aid[4]. The organisation operates with an average of eight staff members and collaborates with international volunteers to deliver its mission[1].

### Programs  
The **Discipleship Training School (DTS)** is its flagship program, typically spanning six months. This includes a 12-week lecture phase with teachings on Christian discipleship, followed by an 8–12 week field assignment involving practical outreach[2][5]. Specialized DTS tracks include:  
- **Adventure DTS**: Combines outdoor activities like hiking with spiritual growth, offered annually (e.g., October 2025–March 2026)[2].  
- **Anti-Trafficking DTS**: Focuses on combating human trafficking through awareness and intervention strategies[2].  
- **All Generations DTS**: Tailored for multi-age participation, emphasizing intergenerational ministry[2].  

### Mission and Operations  
YWAM Tasmania emphasizes transformative experiences through community living, hands-on service, and cross-cultural engagement. Its outreach initiatives span local and international contexts, often addressing social justice issues such as human trafficking[2][4]. The organisation operates under the broader YWAM framework, aligning with the University of the Nations for accredited training[5].

### History and Structure  
As part of YWAM’s global network since its establishment in 1960, the Tasmanian branch adheres to the parent organisation’s ethos of equipping individuals for missionary service. Its structure includes partnerships with churches and nonprofits to amplify its outreach impact[1][4].

[1] https://ywam.org/location/ywam-tasmania/b-315 [2] https://www.ywamtasmania.org [3] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/30a64fe1-39af-e811-a960-000d3ad24282 [4] https://www.ywamtasmania.org/about [5] https://uofn.edu/location/001G0000014FFXnIAO